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24K Springtails (Lepidocyrtus fimicolus)
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PLEASE READ: THESE SPRINGTAILS ARE VERY SMALL AND STAY IN THE SOIL. YOU MOST LIKELY WILL NOT SEE MOVEMENT WHEN YOU OPEN THE CUP OR EVEN IF YOU MOVE THE SOIL AROUND WITH YOUR FINGER. FOOD NEEDS TO BE PLACED IN THE CUP TO DRAW THE TINY SPRINGTAILS TO THE SURFACE. AFTER PLACING FOOD IN THE CUP, WAIT SEVERAL HOURS TO OVERNIGHT AND THEN THE SPRINGTAILS WILL GATHER ON THE SURFACE TO EAT THE FOOD, BUT THEY QUICKLY DISAPPEAR AGAIN WHEN YOU OPEN THE CUP.
One of our favorite arid springtails for bioactive enclosures and isopod bins. These are a smaller species that spends most of its time in the soil and is rarely on the surface, but they reproduce well once established, and they can tolerate arid environments. These springtails are very, very small and are dispersed throughout the soil. They do not stay on the surface like other springtails available. If you want your springtails to be visible in your enclosure, 24K are not a good choice. Upon magnification they are iridescent. You will not regret adding some 24K to your isopod bin or bioactive. This is an 8oz. culture on a soil substrate that contains 50+ springtails. Very limited quantities available.
Please see shipping details for shipping cost information and live arrival guarantee.
Springtails will be shipped in a container of organic peat moss and organic topsoil.
Skill level: Beginner springtail
Humidity: Tolerates humid and arid environments but thrives in arid
Breeding: Moderate breeder that breeds easily once it gets established
Feeding: We feed baking yeast
Photo courtesy of R. Pavy.
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Shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee
Live animal flat-rate USPS 2-3 Day Priority Mail shipping is $18. Live arrival guarantee with USPS if your temperature is 45F to 80F. If your temperature is outside this range, request hold for pick up in the text box above the add to cart button by typing the word HOLD. The box will be held at the post office that services your ZIP code. All boxes held for pick up are covered by the live arrival guarantee.
If you would like to upgrade to Overnight shipping, please email us or send us a chat, and we are happy to assist you.
All shipping options include an insulated box, medical grade temperature control pack,.
We ship Monday through Wednesday only to minimize the risk of the live animals being delayed in possible harsh weather conditions over the weekend. Depending on the current temperatures, shipping may occur on Saturday so the isopods/springtails travel during ideal weather conditions.
*For USPS, if your temperature is under 45F or above 80F, the box must be held for pick up at your local hub or post office for the live arrival guarantee. Even if you will be home to receive the package, these are live animals and they cannot survive extreme temperatures in a hot or cold delivery vehicle all day. If your temps are below 40F, it is unsafe to ship live animals, and the animals will not be shipped until the temperature is above 40F in your area. Live arrival guaranteed for the count purchased. It does not include any extras that may be sent. Please read full shipping policy.
Hold for pick up can be requested by typing HOLD in text box located near the "quantity" button or in the notes at checkout. Your order will be held for pick up at your local post office.
*Supply only orders ship USPS Ground Advantage Monday through Friday.
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